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Mississippi Pot Roast Easy Flavor Packed Recipe

Mississippi Pot Roast Recipe

Rebecca Blumer
A slow cooker classic that feels like a chef’s secret weapon. With just five core ingredients, this buttery, tangy, and savory beef roast transforms into fork-tender perfection while you go about your day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Tongs

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 3-4 lb beef chuck roast boneless, marbled is best
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix about 1 oz
  • 1 packet au jus gravy mix about 1 oz
  • 6-10 pepperoncini peppers plus 2–4 tbsp brine
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter

Optional Additions

  • 1 small yellow onion sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium beef broth optional, for extra gravy
  • neutral oil for searing
  • salt and pepper light touch

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chuck roast dry and season lightly with pepper (go easy on salt).
  • (Optional) Heat oil in a skillet and sear the roast 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
  • Layer onion slices and garlic (if using) at the bottom of the slow cooker. Place the roast on top.
  • Sprinkle ranch seasoning and au jus mix evenly over the roast.
  • Add pepperoncini peppers and pour in 2–4 tablespoons of brine.
  • Place 4 tablespoons butter on top of the roast. Add beef broth around the sides if desired.
  • Cook on LOW for 8–10 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours until fork-tender.
  • Remove roast, shred with two forks, then return meat to the cooker and toss with juices. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, roasted vegetables, or in rolls as sliders.

Notes

Leftovers keep 4 days in the fridge or 3 months frozen. Great in sandwiches, quesadillas, or over baked potatoes.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 650mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 4.5mg
Keyword Beef, Comfort Food, Slow Cooker
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